‘Ransomed’: A Thrilling Mix of Action and Humor

This South Korean buddy picture tells of a dark time in modern Korea.

Reluctant buddies Kim Pan-su (Ju Ji-hoon, L) and Lee Min-jun (Ha Jung-woo), in “Ransomed.” Showbox

NR | 2h 12m | Action, Comedy, Drama | 2023

South Korea is often seen as a modern nation embracing Western-style freedoms, especially in contrast to its communist northern neighbor, North Korea. However, the country’s transition to the stable republic it is today was marked by a turbulent history filled with violence and political upheaval.